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Former Joliet Junior College Cop Pleads Guilty to Gas Theft

A former Joliet Junior College police officer was sentenced to 30 hours of community service and fined $400 for stealing gasoline and a plant from the school.

Joliet Woman Kicks in Door, Says Home is Hers, Batters Senior Citizen: Police

For reasons unknown to police or the homeowner, a 35-year-old intoxicated woman allegedly kicked in the door of a residence occupied by a 63-year-old woman and claimed it was hers.

Morris Man Charged with Attempted Murder in Louis Joliet Mall Shootout

A Morris man has been indicted by a federal grand jury on attempted murder charges for allegedly trying to kill two DEA Task Force officers during an undercover drug sting in Joliet.

Joliet Central High School Key Club Makes a Difference at Chicagoland Buddy Walk

Joliet Central High School Key Club members donated their time and talents to the Chicagoland Buddy Walk on October 9, 2016 at the Bolingbrook Golf Club.

Plainfield Burglary Suspect Died of Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound: Report

The suspect in a Plainfield home burglary who was found dead in Chicago has been identified as Clint A. Engle.

Mom of Sick Plainfield Boy Hoping Chicago Sports Teams Will Send Greeting to Son

The mother of an ailing Plainfield boy is hoping that some athletes from his favorite teams will give him some recognition.

Bolingbrook Printer Doing Big Business in Cubs Apparel

Plainfield resident and Premium Custom Products owner Eric Withaar got the call Saturday night to start printing.

Teen Punches Man After Argument Breaks Out Between Parents at Joliet Pee Wee Football Game: Police

An argument between parents Sunday at a pee wee football game at Joliet Catholic Academy in the 1200 block of N. Larkin Ave. resulted in a 14-year-old receiving a preliminary charge of battery.

Plainfield Park District honored at Best of the Best Awards Gala

The Plainfield Park District was honored at the Illinois Association of Park District’s Best of the Best Awards Gala for their partnership with Louis Joliet Mall and for their 50th Anniversary.

Crest Hill Vehicle Stickers Eliminated

The City of Crest Hill will no longer require residents to purchase vehicle stickers.

Photos: State’s Attorney Glasgow, Senator Durbin Discuss Heroin Epidemic

A round table discussion was held on how to combat heroin in the area.

November Schedule for Will County Job Workshops

Workforce Services Division of Will County has announced its November workshop schedule.

Hiring For The Holidays? Let Patch's New Local Job Listings Help You Staff Up

The holidays are rapidly approaching, and if you're like many local businesses we've been hearing from lately, you need help for the holiday rush.

JTHS Blended Learning Featured on Teaching Tolerance Educational Website

Joliet Central High School Teacher Ashley Samsa’s article, “The Benefits of Blended Learning,” was featured on the Teaching Tolerance website, an award-winning online and print magazine dedicated to reducing prejudice, improving intergroup relations and supporting equitable school experiences.

Health Inspection Report: Home Cut Donuts

The Will County Health Department visited Home Cut Donuts April 21 for a routine inspection, which is the most recent report available. The restaurant received a sanitation score of 96.

Patrick Haley Mansion Looking for Part-Time Events Coordinator

The Patrick Haley Mansion is looking for a part-time event coordinator.

Combat Hapkido: The Science of Self-Defense

This relatively new style incorporates more self-defense scenarios, addressing some common criticism with traditional Hapkido.

Olympian Lyndsey Fry Speaks to JTHS Athletes

Silver Medalist and hockey player Lyndsey Fry recently spoke to Joliet Township High School Athletes in the Joliet West High School auditorium.

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